Editorial Team & Medical Review Standards
Houston Weight Loss Directory publishes content about GLP-1 medications, physician-supervised weight loss programs, and clinical outcomes — topics that directly affect patient health decisions. This page explains who produces our content and the standards we use to ensure accuracy.
Content about prescription medications, clinical trial outcomes, and medical treatment options falls into Google's Your Money or Your Life (YMYL) category — meaning inaccurate information could directly harm readers. We take that responsibility seriously. Every clinical claim on this site has a primary source, and pricing information is verified rather than estimated.
The Team
Dr. Sarah Mitchell, MD
Internal Medicine, Obesity Medicine
Dr. Mitchell is a board-eligible physician with a focus on metabolic health and GLP-1 pharmacotherapy. She reviews all clinical claims on this site for accuracy against current FDA labeling, peer-reviewed literature, and AACE/TOS clinical guidelines. She completed her residency at a major Texas academic medical center and has been involved in GLP-1 prescribing programs since 2021.
Review Focus
- Clinical trial data (STEP, SURMOUNT)
- FDA-approved indications
- Medication safety and dosing
James Okafor, RD, LD
Registered Dietitian, Licensed Dietitian (Texas)
James is a registered and licensed dietitian with expertise in medical nutrition therapy for obesity and metabolic disease. He reviews nutrition-related content — including diet guidance, protein intake recommendations, and GLP-1 meal planning articles — for clinical accuracy and alignment with current evidence-based practice standards.
Review Focus
- Nutrition and GLP-1 medication interactions
- Protein intake and muscle preservation
- Meal timing and gastroparesis management
Editorial Research Team
Health & Medical Journalism
Our editorial staff researches and drafts content using primary sources: FDA drug databases, peer-reviewed publications (PubMed, NEJM, JAMA), manufacturer prescribing information, and direct interviews with Houston-area providers. All factual claims about clinical trial outcomes, pricing, and insurance coverage are verified against primary sources before publication.
Review Focus
- Pricing and insurance coverage research
- Houston clinic verification
- Patient experience reporting
Content Accuracy Standards
Primary Source Requirement
All clinical outcome data (weight loss percentages, trial names, dose information) must be sourced from peer-reviewed publications, FDA drug approvals, or manufacturer prescribing information. We do not rely on press releases or secondary sources for clinical claims.
Pricing Accuracy
Medication pricing is verified against publicly available information including manufacturer list prices, savings program documentation (NovoCare, Lilly SavesCard), and market surveys of Houston-area clinic pricing. Prices are marked as estimates and are updated when significant changes occur.
Insurance Coverage Claims
Insurance coverage information reflects general patterns based on plan type (commercial, Medicaid, ACA, Medicare). We do not represent any specific insurance plan's coverage decisions. Readers are directed to verify their individual benefits directly with their insurer.
Clinic Verification
Clinics listed in the directory are verified against Texas Medical Board licensing records and Google Business listings. Clinic information (address, phone, services) is confirmed at the time of listing and updated when corrections are submitted through our claim process.
Update and Review Schedule
High-traffic articles are reviewed for accuracy every six months or when significant regulatory or pricing changes occur. Articles covering FDA guidance (compounding, drug approvals) are reviewed whenever relevant FDA actions are announced.
Medical Disclaimer
Content on Houston Weight Loss Directory is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. No content on this site should replace a consultation with a licensed physician. We do not provide personalized medical recommendations.
Submit a Correction
If you find a factual error in any article — a clinical claim that contradicts published research, outdated pricing, or incorrect insurance information — please contact us. We review and correct errors within 2–3 business days.
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